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Songye Kifwebe Mask University Museum Plaster Cast

$750
£561.93
€655
CA$1,055.64
A$1,074.53
CHF 611.64
MX$12,970.38
NOK 7,132.10
SEK 7,218.09
DKK 4,896.51

About the Item

Perfectly accurate plaster cast reproduction of perhaps the most recognizable Songye Kifwebe mask. A Pennsylvania University Museum cast of their famous mask.
  • Creator:
    Songye Tribe (Sculptor)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 9.63 in (24.47 cm)Depth: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Plaster,Cast
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c.1950
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. very minor paint loss.
  • Seller Location:
    Sharon, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3438343268282

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